As if the holidays weren’t enough of an excuse to indulge in your sweet tooth, here is another reason: Use the date as a reason to buy a dozen cupcakes, and as an added bonus, pick flavors that are of the season. Georgetown Cupcakes, which opened earlier this year on Newbury Street, has many festive choices available, including chocolate egg nog, holiday lava fudge, and Rudolph red velvet.

In just a matter of days (12/21/12), the world may end — at least according to some interpretations of the Mayan calendar. For $12, sip away any such fears with the “Mayan redemption” cocktail at the Painted Burro, which contains rye, lemon juice, cinnamon syrup, and black walnut bitters, as decribed on their menu.

The 2011 NBA champion Dallas Mavericks will face the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden on 12/12/12. No, $12 tickets are not available, but $12 pitchers of beer surely will be. Boston Sports Grille is located steps away from TD Garden and has a variety of affordable pitchers available.

Do something new for lunch: At noon, venture over to the newly opened Pret A Manger at the Back Bay or Financial District locations. For those on the run, the cafe has pre-packaged sandwiches ready to be picked up, making it an ideal stop during a busy work day.

Silvertone’s mac and cheese has made a name for itself, but on 12/12/12, skip the cheesy goodness for $12 steak tips, served with mashed potato and greens. Spaghetti Bolognese and chicken farfalle are two other $12 options from which to choose.

From left, April Renner of Plymouth and Cory Jean of Cataumet at Silvertone Bar and Grill .